How To Remove A Moen Shower Handle

Tips for replacing a moen shower cartridge on a moen chateau shower.

How to remove a moen shower handle. These faucets come in a variety of styles and colors to help match your particular bathroom decor. Parts used in this video. I ve already removed the set screw from the lever handle but the handle doesn t want to come off.

Video covers removal of the old faulty cartridge and replacing it with a new moen 1225b. Insert the wrench into the screw head and push down. The monticello line of faucets and fixtures from moen makes a stylish addition to any bathroom.

If you feel the shower handle getting loose pop off the screw cover and tighten the handle screw. You can remove a moen monticello bathroom faucet handle if you need to for replacing or repairing it with a new one. I ve put wd 40 and vinegar behind the handle to loosen it but it doesn t budge.

Some moen faucet handles actually do not have set screws however so don t worry if you can t find the cap. To remove a moen kitchen faucet set screw or shower handle set screw first coat the end of an 1 8 inch hex wrench with a generous amount of lapping compound. Get access to the full video library at.

Https amzn to 2h7nq5a danco tub spout pull up diverter 6 inches brushed ni. If a moen faucet handle doesn t appear to have a set screw it s usually because the screw is hidden behind a cap and you have to look for it. Danco tub shower trim kit for moen brushed nickel.

The shower handle can slowly loosen over time and create additional friction that can then wear out the shaft at the point where the handle grips the stem of the cartridge. Keeping this screw tight can help a shower handle last longer. You might want to wait for an hour to allow the compound to stiffen.